Serving 171 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pecatonica Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Pecatonica Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Hollandale, WI, encompassing an area of approximately 113.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pecatonica Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pecatonica Elementary School's student population of 171 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
171 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Pecatonica Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pecatonica Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#199 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
14%
Showing 1998–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2002–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
95%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pecatonica Elementary School's ranking?
Pecatonica Elementary School is ranked #199 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Pecatonica Elementary School often compared to?
Pecatonica Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverdale Elementary School, New Glarus Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Pecatonica Elementary School?
171 students attend Pecatonica Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Pecatonica Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pecatonica Elementary School?
Pecatonica Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pecatonica Elementary School offer ?
Pecatonica Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pecatonica Elementary School part of?
Pecatonica Elementary School is part of Pecatonica Area School District.
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